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Insight Global

Information Technology Audit Analyst

Hybrid

Toronto, Canada

Senior

Freelance

02-02-2026

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Skills

Leadership Python HTML CSS Tableau SQL Data Visualization Big Data Risk Management Prioritization Decision-making Risk Prioritization Machine Learning power bi Azure react AWS cloud platforms Confluence Analytics Data Science Artificial Intelligence Spark

Job Specifications

6 month contract to perm

Hybrid 4x per week in Toronto

Pay: $55-70/hr incorp

Required Skills & Experience

Undergraduate degree or Technical Certificate
7+ years data science and analytics experience
Advanced proficiency in Python, R, SQL; familiarity with big data and cloud platforms (Spark, AWS, Azure, GOP).
Knowledge of audit methodologies, regulatory frameworks (e.g., OCC, Fed, Basel, SOX, NIST, ISO 27001), and issue management practices
Experience with machine learning, predictive analytics, and statistical modeling applied to risk or audit data
Expertise in data visualization and storytelling using Power BI, Tableau or equivalent.
Proficiency in Atlassian Confluence, including a strong understanding of spaces, templates, macros, and permissions.
Develop web applications and user interfaces using React, HTML, and CSS, ensuring a responsive and seamless user experience.
Integrate Confluence with other Atlassian products and third party applications as needed for seamless workflow.
Knowledgeable in Artificial Intelligence to lead the design, development and deployment of AI-driven solutions that enhance business operations, decision-making, and innovation.
Experience with GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, Service Now, MetricStream) a strong plus
Understanding of risk taxonomies, KRIs and control effectiveness measures.
Risk Mindset: Anticipates and quantifies risks to support proactive mitigation.
Data Storytelling: Translates technical analysis into clear, concise narratives for executives and regulators.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

CRISC certification or equivalent experience a plus.
CISA certification or equivalent experience a plus.
CISSP certification or equivalent experience a plus.
Information Security or technology risk and controls background, Big Four experience a plus
AI/ML tools knowledge / experience

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a to join one of the leading banks in Toronto. This role focuses on leveraging audit and regulatory findings data to drive advanced

analytics, predictive modeling, aggregate risk, and data-driven decision-making to enhance risk management and

compliance.

This role will be central to strengthening our risk management framework, ensuring findings are analyzed with rigor, and enabling leaders to make data driven decisions that enhance compliance, control effectiveness, and sustainability of remediation. Here's some of what you may be asked to perform:

Partner with Data Managers, GRC, and risk stakeholders to define and execute the data and analytics strategy supporting audit, regulatory, and assurance governance priorities.
Design, build, and deploy statistical, machine learning, and predictive models to identify risk trends, severity, control weaknesses, and emerging issues across findings and remediation data.
Analyze large, complex datasets to perform root cause analysis, risk prioritization, and sustainability assessments, translating results into actionable insights for leadership and oversight forums.
Develop and maintain executive‑level dashboards, scorecards, KPIs, and BI reporting that communicate risk intelligence clearly to regulators, auditors, and senior management.
Ensure analytics solutions meet governance, interpretability, ethical, and regulatory standards (e.g., NIST, ISO), with strong documentation and model oversight.
Automate recurring analysis, reporting, and data pipelines to improve efficiency, data quality, and scalability using modern tools (Python, SQL, Power BI, AI/Copilot).
Mentor junior analysts and data scientists, driving best practices in analytics, modeling, and storytelling while fostering a culture of analytical excellence and innovation.

About the Company

Insight Global is an international professional services and staffing company specializing in delivering talent and technical solutions to Fortune 1000 companies across the IT, Non-IT, Healthcare, and Engineering industries. Fueled by staffing and talent experts, Evergreen, our professional services brand, brings technical advisors and culture consultants to help customers tackle their biggest challenges. With over 70 locations across North America, Europe, and Asia, and global staffing capabilities in 50+ countries, our tea... Know more